About the Opportunity

We are urgently seeking experienced Trade Qualified Diesel Mechanics to join our workshop team on a permanent basis working up to 76 hours per fortnight. Our mechanics work in our mainland workshop in Urangan, Hervey Bay and also on the island at Kingfisher Bay Resort on a rotating 4 day on / 3 day off roster. The is a unique opportunity for any mechanic ready for a sea change.

About the Role

The primary role for our mechanics is to provide mechanical repairs, maintenance and preventative maintenance to the company’s fleet of 4WD buses, resort vehicles and plant and equipment. The main goal is to keep our fleet fully operational so we can continue to provide all of our guests an amazing experience in comfort and safety as they venture around the island and enjoy the beauty of K'gari.

Key Role Requirements

• Actively follow all Workplace Health & Safety procedures and practices consistent with legislative requirements and regulations.
• Provide mechanical maintenance and repairs to 4WD buses to safety standards
• Provide mechanical maintenance and repairs to the Resort fleet of vehicles to safety standards
• Provide mechanical maintenance and repairs to the Resort plant and equipment to safety standards
• Test drive vehicles

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Trade Qualification - Diesel Mechanic
• Hold current MR/HR licence (must have at time of application)
• Physically fit and able
• Knowledge of mechanical workshop operations and associated equipment
• Ability to operate and interpret diagnostic equipment

The Benefits - conditions apply 

• Annual $1000 SeaLink Employee Travel Allowance
• Access to Worldwide ALL Heartists program 
• 25% off resort dining, retail and spa
• Access to Employee Training Programs
• Employee Award Programs
• Free island K'gari Explorer Tours
• Free ferry transfers to-and-from the island  
• Maxxia Corporate Benefits (Novated Leasing)
• Working Life (EAP) 
• Bupa Corporate Benefits 
• ANZ Corporate Benefits
• Access to the Sandbar pool and staff gym
• Access to the pool, staff gym, tennis courts when on island

How to Apply 

Click APPLY and upload a current resume outlining your experience. If you would like a confidential conversation or want to know more about the role please contact Dianne on (07) 4120 3316.

About Us

K'gari is a World Heritage listed island off Australia’s Eastern Queensland coast, is the world’s largest sand island, stretching over 120km. With cool towering rainforests to walk through and explore, over 100 freshwater lakes to swim in, including the iconic Lake McKenzie and Lake Wabby, and an amazing beach highway, where else would you rather be.  

SeaLink K'gari is part of SeaLink Marine & Tourism, one of Australia's largest marine and tourism businesses with 11 business units across six states and territories, connecting our customers to many of Australia’s most beautiful island destinations and brilliant experiences.

With globally recognised brands such as SeaLink, Captain Cook Cruises and Kingfisher Bay Resort we are a team who go beyond what others will do and are invested in supporting the communities and customers we serve.

SeaLink Marine and Tourism is part of the Kelsian Group - Australia’s largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, USA, Singapore, London and the Channel Islands.

We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion